Shankar Nagar
Shankar Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 153km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Shankernagar is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shankar Nagar unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Shankar Nagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shankar Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankar Nagar is 448352. The village spans a total geographical area of 328.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Shankar Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankar Nagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankar Nagar
Population of Shankar Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shankar Nagar has a total population of about 677, with approximately 350 males and 327 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.61%, with male literacy at about 62.29% and female literacy near 52.60%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shankar Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 350 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 390 | 218 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 132 | 155 |
Connectivity of Shankar Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankar Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shankar Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankar Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankar Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankar Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar Nagar
- Where is Shankar Nagar located?
- Shankar Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankar Nagar is Shankernagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankar Nagar?
- The pincode of Shankar Nagar is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankar Nagar is 677, with 350 males and 327 females.
- How many households are there in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankar Nagar village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar is 57.61%. The male literacy rate is 62.29%, while the female literacy rate is 52.60%.